2007 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (245 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 186 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
